2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 199 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2008 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Croma | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Croma | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |