2005 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
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 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Bora | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
