2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
