2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 545 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Siena | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
