2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Croma | Solara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |