2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 665 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
