2010 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 697 kg more than 2011 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Avalon | Croma |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
