2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 195 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, 2008 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Idea | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.8 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
