2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 27 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1559 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
