2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
