2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fusion weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 2004 Ford Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
