2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Siena and 2008 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2008 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Smart ForTwo (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Siena 2008 Smart ForTwo
Make Fiat Smart
Model Siena ForTwo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1242 cc 999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 98 HP
Torque 102 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 159 km/hour 249 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 2730 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 1870 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 52 L


 

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