2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Fiat Idea and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 520 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Idea | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Idea | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |