1999 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 281 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2912 mm |