2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 344 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Siena | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |