2011 Fiat Siena vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Siena. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 595 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Siena | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
