2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |