2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Croma | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
