2004 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (306 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 193 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lexus IS (375 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Safari | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
