2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4604 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 | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2060 mm |
