1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 546 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 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
