2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 609 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Silverado | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |