2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 99 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
