2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 245 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Croma | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 87 L |
