2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 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 | 1510 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
