2001 GMC Safari vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |