2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 5,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1450 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta 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.
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2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fiesta | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 5997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 129 L |