2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 488 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Siena | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
