2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
