2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Siena | Samurai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |