2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |