2003 Honda Fit vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Fit | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4010 mm |
