2000 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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, 2009 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Lexus RX.
Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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, 2009 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Safari | RX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
