2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Siena | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
