2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2005 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Siena | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |