2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
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 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
