2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 9 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1743 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 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Seicento 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Fiat GMC
Model Seicento Canyon
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 259 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 72 L