2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 855 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 98 L |
