2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2002 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 106. 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 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 106. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2002 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Croma | 106 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
