2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Fiat Siena

To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura TL 2005 Fiat Siena
Make Acura Fiat
Model TL Siena
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3209 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 67.4 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1095 kg
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 47 L


 

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