2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Idea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
