2003 Fiat Albea vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Albea. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Albea | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Albea | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
