2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 325 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
