2010 Ford Edge vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2010 Ford Edge and 2010 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 856 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Edge | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Edge | Croma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |