2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 213 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Croma | 993 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |