1996 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Panda | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 102 L |
