2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2008 Fiat Idea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,462 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 4360 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Commercial (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 5510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |
