1999 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |