2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea. 2008 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Idea | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
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 Length | 3940 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |