2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 3 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Siena | Vito |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |