2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma.
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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Croma | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |