1995 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 972 kg more than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana 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 2006 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Ulysse, 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Ulysse | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Ulysse | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3940 mm |
