2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 733 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1395 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
