2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
