2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Croma and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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.
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2007 Fiat Croma | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Croma | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |