2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Croma and 2007 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 421 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 2007 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Ford Territory 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. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Territory |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
