2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 800 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Because 2005 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Siena | Retona |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |