2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Because 2008 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2008 Volvo V70 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Siena | V70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |