2011 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Fiat Croma | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Croma | R |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
