2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
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2005 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Multipla | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |