1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 10 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Marea | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |