2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 774 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
