2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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. Both 2003 Fiat Siena and 2006 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 373 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |