1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 542 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Marea | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
