2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 773 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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, 1999 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Puma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
