2011 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 452 kg more than 2001 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Siena. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sportage | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Sportage | Siena |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2380 mm |
