2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Kuga | Croma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |