1995 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 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, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Safari | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |