1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Avenger (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Avenger | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | Croma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
