2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Porsche | Fiat |
Model | 911 | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |