2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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, 2008 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Sedici | Siena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
