2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Croma | Compass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
