2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. 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 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Accord | Croma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 146 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |