2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A6 | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |