2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Siena and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 96 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, 2006 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Siena | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1170 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |