2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 GMC Sierra

To start off, both 2007 Fiat Punto and 2007 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1795 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Punto 2007 GMC Sierra
Make Fiat GMC
Model Punto Sierra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 312 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 2790 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 6340 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2440 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 4010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 129 L


 

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