2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
