2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 948 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 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Croma | Canyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
