2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 785 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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Croma 2009 Ford Galaxy
Make Fiat Ford
Model Croma Galaxy
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2198 cc 2293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 205 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 12.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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