2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 664 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Siena | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |