2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1486 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Siena | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
