2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
