1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1999 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Seicento 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Seicento Sienna
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1116 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 76 L


 

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