2011 Fiat Idea vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Idea would be higher. Both 2011 Fiat Idea and 2012 Suzuki Splash are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 100 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Idea | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Splash |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
