2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
