2012 Fiat Croma vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Croma and 2012 Fiat Fiorino were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 2012 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Croma | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Croma | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
