2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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2008 Fiat Multipla | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Multipla | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.4 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |