2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2002 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Croma | Montero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
