1999 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
