2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Idea and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
