2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (181 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Idea | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |