2005 GMC Safari vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Safari 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 64 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 137 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Safari | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
