2000 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 446 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Forester | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Subaru | Fiat |
Model | Forester | Croma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |