2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Croma | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
