2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 250 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, 2009 Dodge Journey (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Croma | Journey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
