2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 100 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Swift (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Swift | Siena |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
