2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Croma | LW |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
