2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea.
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, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
