2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Croma | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
