2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Croma | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
