2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Idea | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
