2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 590 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Croma | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Croma | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |