2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 20 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, 2002 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio II | Siena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
