2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 511 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 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 (319 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (168 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 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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2000 Audi A6 2000 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model A6 Safari
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 190 HP
Torque 168 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm