2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Scion xD
To start off, 2008 Scion xD 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 509 kg more than 2008 Scion xD.
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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2008 Scion xD | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Croma | xD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |
