2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5.
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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Croma | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |