2010 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Fiat Idea

To start off, both 2010 Dodge Charger and 2010 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 703 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Dodge Charger 2010 Fiat Idea
Make Dodge Fiat
Model Charger Idea
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5700 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 368 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 535 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1853 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 5083 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1892 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1478 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3048 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 47 L


 

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