2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Siena and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1645 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |