1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 11 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Marea | Caddy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |