2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ulysse 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 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
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, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2007 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
