2008 Fiat Siena vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 296 kg more than 2008 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Siena | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Siena | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
