2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (106 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo 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, 2006 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Siena | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
