2003 Fiat Siena vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 7 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 422 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, 2010 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Micra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |