2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 358 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |