2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2003 Fiat Multipla

To start off, both 2003 Avanti Studebaker and 2003 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2003 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Avanti Studebaker 2003 Fiat Multipla
Make Avanti Fiat
Model Studebaker Multipla
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6751 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 103 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 425 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2775 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3410 mm 2670 mm