2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Multipla | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
