2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 335 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Jetta | Siena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
