2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 850 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Siena 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Siena Pathfinder
Year Released 2003 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.2 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2710 mm


 

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