2000 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2000 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Safari | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | A8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3122 mm |
