2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 340 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 98 L |
