2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Croma 2008 Hyundai Getz
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Croma Getz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 1341 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 117 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94.6 mm 83.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 13.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 996 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 45 L


 

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