2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2007 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fusion weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Idea | Fusion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |