2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2009 Renault Sandero 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Sandero weights approximately 91 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, 2009 Renault Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2009 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
