2005 Audi A6 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 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2005 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | A6 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
