2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 8 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Idea | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
