2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1116 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 2007 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| 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 | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 144 L |
