2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (183 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Croma | 159 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
