2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Multipla and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 469 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Multipla. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Multipla | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1839 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |