2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
