2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 2 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Croma | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
