2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 297 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1392 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
