2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Multipla would be higher. Both 2003 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Laguna (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
