2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1415 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 2010 GMC Sierra 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 2010 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto, 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Punto | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
