2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2005 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Croma | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |