2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Croma | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
