2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 734 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2007 Dodge Ram 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. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Siena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 54 L |
