2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 398 kg more than 1996 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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 Toyota Lexcen. 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 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |