2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2000 Fiat Multipla and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Multipla | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |