2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 SsangYong Chairman W were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
Model | Croma | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |