2012 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 793 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | Siena |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 426 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |