2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 987 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Siena. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Toyota | Fiat |
Model | Sienna | Siena |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |