2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
