2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 483 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2635 mm |
