2006 Audi S4 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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 S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi S4 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |