2011 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Fiat Siena.
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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Passat | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Siena |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1567 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
