2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 1999 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1999 Toyota Bandeirante (246 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1999 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Siena | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
