2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 996 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
