2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
