2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 473 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Idea | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
