2001 Audi A6 vs. 1999 GMC Safari

To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 140 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 1999 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model A6 Safari
Year Released 2001 1999
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 4291 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2830 mm


 

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