2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 853 kg more than 2009 Audi TT.

Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2005 GMC Safari
Make Audi GMC
Model TT Safari
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 190 HP
Torque 281 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 102 L


 

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