2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 563 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Ford E-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 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Multipla | E-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |