2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 155 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 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Siena | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2425 mm |
