2003 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |