2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2007 Nissan Qashqai were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 265 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 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea. 2007 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Idea | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |