2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,388 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| 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 | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
