2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Multipla | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
