2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1070 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
