2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siena | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
