2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Colorado | Siena |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |