2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Scion xB
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Multipla and 2008 Scion xB were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Scion xB.
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 Scion xB (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Scion xB | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Multipla | xB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
