2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Fiat Croma

To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 812 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 2009 Fiat Croma
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Express Croma
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 2387 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 401 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 62 L


 

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