2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
