2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 4 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 242 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Cube 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 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Cube |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
