2006 Audi A3 vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2000 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A3 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |