2010 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2010 GMC Sierra and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 285 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2010 Fiat Grande 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, 2010 Fiat Grande 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto 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:
| 2010 GMC Sierra | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
