2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2000 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 2000 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2000 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Siena | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
