2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Siena | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Siena | Samurai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |