2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 3 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 370 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 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2007 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
