2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 387 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Equator |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3260 mm |
