1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 469 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Marea | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |