2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2003 Fiat Idea and 2003 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 538 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 Volvo V50 (165 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Idea | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |