2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Siena | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |