2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 373 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
