2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 115 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2008 Kia Sedona 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. 2008 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Siena | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
