1999 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Rio | Siena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
