2005 GMC Safari vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 233 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 259 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
