2000 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Safari | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
