2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2006 Fiat Siena (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
