2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra 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 46 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
