2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 905 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Croma | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |