2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2007 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 280 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (261 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Idea | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |