2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2009 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
