2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.7 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |