2003 GMC Safari vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen

To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Lexcen has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Lexcen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 GMC Safari 1994 Toyota Lexcen
Make GMC Toyota
Model Safari Lexcen
Year Released 2003 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4292 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2740 mm


 

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