2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 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.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 102 L |
