2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 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), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (108 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 493 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Tiguan | Siena |
| Year Released | 2012 | 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 | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1543 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2380 mm |
