2010 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Avenger | Croma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1496 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
