2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra 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 28 more horse power than 2003 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2003 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Croma | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
