2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2002 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Safari weights approximately 118 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 2002 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 2002 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2002 GMC Safari | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Ulysse | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |