2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2008 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 32 L |
