2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 101 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 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Idea. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | GTI |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
