2010 GMC Terrain vs. 2010 Fiat Croma

To start off, both 2010 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 240 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 GMC Terrain 2010 Fiat Croma
Make GMC Fiat
Model Terrain Croma
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4707 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1849 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2858 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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