2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1106 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.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Idea | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Idea | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |