2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Maxima. 2003 Nissan Maxima 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. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
