2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Siena | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
