2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2009 Ford Maverick is newer by 5 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Maverick weights approximately 368 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1150 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
