2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler 300 and 2008 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
