2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 67 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 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Multipla | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
