2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 999.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
