1998 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 GMC Safari | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |