2011 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Croma | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
