2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Avella |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
