2005 Acura RL vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 867 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
