2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 585 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea. 2008 Saturn Vue 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. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Idea | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
