2007 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio 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 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 124 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Kia | Fiat |
| Model | Rio | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
