2004 Mini One vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2004 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Siena weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Mini One. 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, 2002 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | One | Siena |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
