2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Holden Rodeo
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Holden Rodeo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Rodeo (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 2005 Holden Rodeo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Rodeo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Holden Rodeo (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Idea | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3060 mm |
