2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
