2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 382 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
