2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
