2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
