2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | F-250 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 63 L |
