2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. Both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2000 Suzuki Jimny are equipped with a 1,248 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Idea | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |