2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
