2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sephia II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sephia II would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Multipla (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
