2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 500 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
