2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 497 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 Fiat Idea (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Idea | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
