2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Alto 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 645 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2010 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Croma | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
