2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 411 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 458 Italia | Siena |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 570 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 539 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 54 L |