2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Idea weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Idea | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
