2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (228 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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2008 Subaru Forester | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Subaru | Fiat |
Model | Forester | Croma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |