2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Ford F-250 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Idea | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 144 L |
