2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 215 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 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Siena | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Siena | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |