2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 361 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.

Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Croma 2006 Saturn Vue
Make Fiat Saturn
Model Croma Vue
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 145 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 61 L


 

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