2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn L weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2003 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena. 2003 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2003 Saturn L | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Siena | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
