2001 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1002 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Safari 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Safari | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
