2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 GMC Safari
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 991 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2000 GMC Safari (319 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2000 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Panda | Safari |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
