2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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, 2003 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 3 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
