1999 Buick Century vs. 2007 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Buick Century.

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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 1999 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Buick Century 2007 Fiat Croma
Make Buick Fiat
Model Century Croma
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 62 L


 

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