2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Audi A5

To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Croma 2011 Audi A5
Make Fiat Audi
Model Croma A5
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 67 L


 

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