2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Idea and 2008 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1255 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Idea | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Idea | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |