1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2125 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Marea | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 167 L |
