2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Idea | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Idea | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |