2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
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 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 12 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
