2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 283 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Siena | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
