2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
