2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 32 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2010 Honda Fit 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. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2499 mm |
