2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac XLR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac XLR would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 2007 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2007 Cadillac XLR 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. 2007 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | XLR | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
