2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Idea | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
