2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | Siena |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
