2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 65 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
