2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2002 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio. 2002 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2002 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Palio | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
