1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 106 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 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Marea | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
