2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 222 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Bora | Croma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1373 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |