2005 Seat Arosa 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 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Arosa | Croma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
