2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 323 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2001 Toyota Avensis 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. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
