2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1890 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Croma | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |