2006 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Idea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
