2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 138 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
