2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Multipla | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
