2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
