2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc, 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1481 kg more than 2006 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 Fiat Croma (203 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 999.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
