2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | Carrera GT | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 62 L |
