2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Multipla and 2007 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 558 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
