2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 3 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 3 | Croma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |