2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 531 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Seicento 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Fiat Chevrolet
Model Seicento Silverado
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 5850 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 98 L


 

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