2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 326 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
