1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 850 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Multipla | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2895 mm |
