2004 Audi A8 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 3 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, 2004 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
Because 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A8 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |