2009 Fiat Multipla vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 95 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.
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, 2009 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Multipla | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
