2008 Audi A4 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 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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2008 Audi A4 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A4 | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |