2007 Fiat Multipla vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Fiat Multipla.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Multipla | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multipla | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
