2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Cruze | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |