2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda CR-V | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | CR-V | Croma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |