2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
