2006 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Multipla and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Multipla. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Multipla | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |