2001 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Siena |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |
