2003 GMC Safari vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Safari | TT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |