2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1654 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 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Sierra | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 364 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
