2000 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS.
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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2008 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 2008 Lexus IS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Safari | IS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |