2004 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Siena weights approximately 54 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1997 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Siena | 1997 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Sentra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |