2001 Buick Century vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Century | Croma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 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 |
