2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Siena | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |