2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Siena | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Siena | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |