2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 30 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |