2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 247 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.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
