2000 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Holden Commodore

To start off, both 2000 Fiat Siena and 2000 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Siena 2000 Holden Commodore
Make Fiat Holden
Model Siena Commodore
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 3791 cc
Horse Power 51 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 304 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1610 kg


 

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