1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Multipla | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
