2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
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, 2007 Fiat Siena (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Siena | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |
