2000 Audi S8 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, both 2000 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (247 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 206 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 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 S8 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 319 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |