2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Idea | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
