2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Siena | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
