2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
