2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime.
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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2002 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
