2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 506 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Venza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
