2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
