2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Croma would be higher. 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 48 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
