2007 Fiat Strada 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 Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada 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 303 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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 Strada, 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Strada 2010 GMC Sierra
Make Fiat GMC
Model Strada Sierra
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Pickup Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 2350 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5839 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3645 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 98 L


 

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