2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Croma and 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 999.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
