2011 Jaguar XF vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jaguar XF | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Jaguar | Fiat |
| Model | XF | Croma |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4961 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2908 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
