1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | 626 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1190 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
