2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Idea and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (370 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | Idea | Vectra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |