2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
