2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 17 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
