2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Multipla and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Multipla | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |