2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Idea and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 12 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 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Idea | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Idea | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |