2008 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Croma | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Croma | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
