2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
