1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 2003 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2003 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |