2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Multipla and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 300 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Multipla | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
