2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 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 3 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | Croma | 45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |