2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 106 L |
