2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
