2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Croma | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
