2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,671 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
