2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 48 L |
