2012 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2011 Fiat Siena.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Siena. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tahoe | Siena |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2539 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
