2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 11 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, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | S4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
