2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 105 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Siena | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Siena | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |