2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 500 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |