2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 231 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1473 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
