2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Croma and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Croma | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |