2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 6 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Albea | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1476 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |