2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Idea and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Fiat Idea.
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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Idea | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Idea | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 52 L |