2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2002 Fiat Siena. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena. 2011 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | CX-9 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2380 mm |
