2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Vauxhall | Fiat |
Model | Vectra | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |