2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 258 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Multipla.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Multipla 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Fiat Subaru
Model Multipla Legacy
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 242 HP
Torque 145 Nm 297 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L