2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2007 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dacia Sandero would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 34 kg more than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2007 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Fiat | Dacia |
| Model | Fiorino | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
