2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2002 Fiat Siena

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Legacy 2002 Fiat Siena
Make Subaru Fiat
Model Legacy Siena
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2998 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.2 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 78.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2380 mm


 

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