2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 608 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
