2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 940 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Siena | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
