2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206.
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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Siena | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
