2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Multipla | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.8 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 | 1548 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
