2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
