2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 523 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Multipla | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
