2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 830 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Siena | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
