2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Siena | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
