2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 38 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 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Polo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |