2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
