1999 Audi A6 vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 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 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6, 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi A6 2000 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model A6 Safari
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm