2007 Fiat Siena vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Taurus (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 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, 1987 Ford Taurus (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Siena | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |
