2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1342 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 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
