2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 272 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
