2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |