2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
