2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1333 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Grande Punto | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |