1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Marea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Fiat | Jeep |
Model | Marea | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |