2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Cavalier | Idea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
