2005 GMC Safari vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 8 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, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 225 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | GMC | Audi |
| Model | Safari | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
