2011 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, both 2011 Fiat Croma and 2011 Alpina D3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina D3 (211 HP) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Alpina D3.
Because 2011 Alpina D3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Alpina D3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma. 2011 Alpina D3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Croma | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alpina |
| Model | Croma | D3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
