1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Fiat Multipla. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Multipla | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 252 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |