2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2009 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 351 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 16.3 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 | 1441 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
