2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,390 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 148 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Idea | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1404 mm |
