2008 Fiat Siena vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 230 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
