2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2008 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
