2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 825 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Siena | Captiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |