2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Croma and 2009 Nissan NP300 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Croma | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |