2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Croma | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Croma | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |