2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
