1995 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Safari | GS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |