2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Siena and 2006 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |