2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Ford E-150 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 759 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | E-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |