2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Multipla | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
