2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2003 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
