2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1017 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
