2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Multipla and 2008 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2008 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Multipla | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |