2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Idea and 2003 Jeep Liberty were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Idea | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
