2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Allroad | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
