2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea. 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
