2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2009 Saturn Astra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 190 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 Fiat Siena (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Astra | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Saturn | Fiat |
Model | Astra | Siena |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |