2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1997 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
