2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
