2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
