2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 448 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Idea | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.2 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 | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
