2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 7 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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 Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Linea | RunX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
