2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Mustang | Siena |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
