2006 Toyota Previa vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Previa | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Previa | Siena |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
