2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
