2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Siena and 2005 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Siena weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 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 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 2005 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Siena | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |