2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Multipla and 2008 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Multipla | Lupo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |