2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
