2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 495 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Idea | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
