2004 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Envoy 2005 Fiat Croma
Make GMC Fiat
Model Envoy Croma
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4160 cc 1909 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 62 L


 

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