1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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 Tonka 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 Tonka (814 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2002 Ford Tonka 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 Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Tonka |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 814 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 4200 mm |