2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius. 2002 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |
