2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Multipla and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 105 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.
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 @ 1450 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Multipla | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |