2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
