2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Hyundai | Fiat |
Model | Accent | Croma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |