2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1996 Fiat Siena

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 294 kg more than 1996 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Siena.

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