2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 2005 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Multipla | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
