2010 Fiat Multipla vs. 2010 Jeep Commander

To start off, both 2010 Fiat Multipla and 2010 Jeep Commander were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 28 kg more than 2010 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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 2010 Jeep Commander. 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Multipla. 2010 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Fiat Multipla 2010 Jeep Commander
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Multipla Commander
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 453 Nm
Torque RPM 1450 RPM 3950 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1398 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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