2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 150 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 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1605 mm |
