2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Croma | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
