1995 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 GMC Safari | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | R8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
