2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, both 2012 GMC Sierra and 2012 Fiat Bravo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 961 kg more than 2012 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 GMC Sierra | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | GMC | Fiat |
Model | Sierra | Bravo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |