2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 57 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 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 | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |