2000 Audi R8 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1953 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi R8 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | R8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |