2005 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Siena. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Siena. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Siena | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
