2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 283 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |