1995 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1995 GMC Safari | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |