2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus 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:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Croma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
