2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 8 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 875 kg more than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Multipla | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
