2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 MG ZS
To start off, 2008 MG ZS is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 473 kg more than 2008 MG ZS.
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, 2008 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2008 MG ZS | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Siena | ZS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
