2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Rover 25.
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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Idea | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
