2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 40 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 999.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
