2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multipla | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
