1996 Fiat Marea vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 209 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 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Marea | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
