2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 248 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |
