2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Croma | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
