2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Siena. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Siena | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Siena | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |