1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2003 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 676 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos 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, 2003 Renault Koleos 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 (113 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2003 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Marea | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
