1999 Acura TL vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 505 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura TL | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | Siena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
