2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 GMC Safari

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Panda and 2004 GMC Safari were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 2004 GMC Safari
Make Fiat GMC
Model Panda Safari
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1251 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 190 HP
Torque 145 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 102.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 88 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 102 L


 

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