1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 865 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Marea | Montero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
