2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (370 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |
