2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Fiat Multipla are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Multipla (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Multipla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |