2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Siena | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |