2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Multipla | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
