2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Tundra 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 2011 Fiat Croma
Make Toyota Fiat
Model Tundra Croma
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 62 L


 

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