2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 382 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Croma | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1203 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |