2006 Fiat Albea 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 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Albea 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 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Albea | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |