2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Multipla and 2008 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 195 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Multipla | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |