2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Jeep Commander

To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 4,703 cc, 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Commander weights approximately 129 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.

Because 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander 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, 2006 Jeep Commander (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla. 2006 Jeep Commander 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. 2006 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Multipla 2006 Jeep Commander
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Multipla Commander
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 4703 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 414 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 101 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1548 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 78 L