2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Multipla and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Multipla | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1549 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |