2007 Fiat Siena vs. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR 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 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 305 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 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Siena | 2012 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | RVR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
