2010 Kia Carens vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2010 Kia Carens 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 14 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 Kia Carens (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Carens | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Kia | Fiat |
Model | Carens | Croma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |