2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 900 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Croma. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Croma. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Croma | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| 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 | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
