1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
