2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Z weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 2004 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
