2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 190 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |