2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.
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, 2002 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Croma | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
