2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 GMC Safari

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 328 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 376 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.

Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi R8 2000 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model R8 Safari
Year Released 2009 2000
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 518 HP 190 HP
Torque 530 Nm 319 Nm
Top Speed 316 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2830 mm