2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Croma weights approximately 132 kg more than 2011 Scion xB.
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, 2011 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | Fiat | Scion |
| Model | Croma | xB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
