2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 Kia Picanto 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 582 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Croma | Picanto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 203 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |