2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Siena and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Siena 2008 Hyundai Getz
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Siena Getz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.4 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 184 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 14.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1024 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 45 L


 

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