2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 703 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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2007 Citroen C8 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. 2007 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Siena | C8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
