2012 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 5000 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 | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
