2005 Audi A3 vs. 2004 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.

Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A3 2004 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model A3 Safari
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1945 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 98 L