2003 GMC Safari vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 4 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, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
