2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Spiano 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 48 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Siena | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
