2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 635 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |