2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Croma | B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2699 mm |
