2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
