2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Dion.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion 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. 2005 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2005 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Dion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
