2009 Fiat Croma vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Croma | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
