2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2007 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 391 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2007 Fiat Croma
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Cavalier Croma
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 62 L