2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Siena (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
