2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2003 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | Q7 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
