2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Siena and 2008 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Hyundai Matrix (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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 Matrix | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
