2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
