2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Fiat Croma.
Because 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Croma | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
