2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Fiat Panda

To start off, both 2003 Fiat Siena and 2003 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2003 Fiat Siena (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Siena 2003 Fiat Panda
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Siena Panda
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1301 cc 1249 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 70.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 78.9 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 3540 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2350 mm


 

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