2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma. 2008 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
