2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Fiorino 1997 Toyota Sienna
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Fiorino Sienna
Year Released 2009 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 157 km/hour 171 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 79 L


 

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