2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 285 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.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
