1999 Audi A4 vs. 1995 GMC Safari

To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 1995 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 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:

1999 Audi A4 1995 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model A4 Safari
Year Released 1999 1995
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 234 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 98 L


 

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