2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Croma | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |