2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
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, 2000 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2000 Saturn L 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. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Siena | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
