2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
