2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
