2003 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 56 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 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Fabia | Siena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
