1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 545 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | Marea | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |