2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Fiat Siena. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2005 Honda Legend 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. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91 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 | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
