2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 348 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, 2005 Honda Accord (220 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Siena | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1388 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |