2000 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Siena weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2000 Fiat Siena (200 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Siena | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siena | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1299 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
