2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
