2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 90 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, 2007 Fiat Siena (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Siena | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
