2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 751 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Ram | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
