2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 800 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 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Multipla | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
