2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 603 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Siena | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |