2000 Acura Integra vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Integra | Croma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
