2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |
