2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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, both vehicles can yield 128 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Siena | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Micra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
