2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Croma | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
