2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2007 Mahindra Scorpio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1260 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.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
Model | Idea | Scorpio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |