2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 723 kg more than 2008 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 99 L |
