2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Alero.
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 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Siena | Alero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
