2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |