2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
