1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Focus |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |