2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
