1997 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
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 Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |