2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Croma | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
