2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Siena | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
