2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Fiat Siena. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Prizm | Siena |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
