2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
