2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 2009 Hyundai Azera 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. 2009 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
