2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
