2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Idea and 2004 Ford E-250 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1220 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2140 mm |
