2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Siena weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2008 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
