2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 860 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.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Siena 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Siena Wrangler
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 70 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2430 mm


 

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