2008 Toyota Prius vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Prius | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
