2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 89 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2012 Honda Jazz 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. 2012 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Siena | Jazz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |