2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano

To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 309 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 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Croma 2005 Nissan Terrano
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Croma Terrano
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2197 cc 2954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 17.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1894 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L


 

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