2011 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Fiorino and 2011 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Fiorino | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Fiorino | Silverado |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |