2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2008 Kia Opirus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 387 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.
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, 2008 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2008 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Croma | Opirus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
