2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2.
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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Idea | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |