2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Croma | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Croma | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |