2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (166 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | New Beetle | Croma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
