2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Accord | Idea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
