2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and 2007 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
