2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Multipla and 2007 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford S-Max (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford S-Max weights approximately 298 kg more than 2007 Fiat Multipla. 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
