2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
