2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Croma and 2005 Marcos TSO were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Croma | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Fiat | Marcos |
Model | Croma | TSO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |