2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Focus | Croma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |