1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 193 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1998 Chrysler Viper 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 1998 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Viper | Siena |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
