2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 321 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Colorado 2012 Fiat Croma
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Colorado Croma
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2901 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 62 L


 

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