2006 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma.
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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
