2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
