2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Multipla | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
