2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 354 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Siena | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
