2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1998 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Siena 1998 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Siena 911
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1697 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 20.3:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 160 km/hour 280 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 63 L


 

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