2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Fusion | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Fusion | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |