2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Siena and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 603 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2006 Ford Focus 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. 2006 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Siena | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |