2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 706 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 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
