2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1104 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 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma. 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
Model | Routan | Croma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2044 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |