1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Eagle | Fiat |
| Model | Summit | Croma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
