2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Siena and 2006 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 46 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 943 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Siena | Panda |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |