1998 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 Lexus LX.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 GMC Safari | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Safari | LX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 96 L |
