2001 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Siena | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Siena | Siena |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
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 | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |