2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1247 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
